2025 Kia Niro Problems
Compared with other Kia Niro years
Too new to compare
- Model years are compared once their first three years of complaints are in; the 2025 can be compared from 2028.
- Most reported part: Other or unknown (8 complaints).
- 1 recall campaign on record. A VIN search at nhtsa.gov/recalls shows open recalls for a specific vehicle.
Nearby years with a typical complaint level and no open NHTSA investigation: 2022
Based only on NHTSA complaints, recalls and investigations. Not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, and not a reliability rating. How this is calculated
- Complaints
- 17filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 35,000miles, 1 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- Too newThis model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
- NHTSA crash rating
- 4 / 5stars overall
- EPA fuel economy
- 53 mpgcombined, 1.6L 4-cyl · hybrid FWD · 53 city / 54 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2025 Kia Niro (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 17 consumer complaints for the 2025 Kia Niro. The part named most often is other or unknown, with 8 complaints (47% of the total), followed by electrical system (3) and suspension (3). 1 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 35,000 miles. Of all complaints, 2 involved a crash, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 12 technical service bulletins for this model year. Electrical system complaints overlap with 5 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Other or unknown8 47%
- Electrical system3 18%
- Suspension3 18%
- Engine2 12%
- Air bags1 5.9%
- Seat belts1 5.9%
- Steering1 5.9%
- Tires1 5.9%
Also reported: Vehicle speed control (1), Wheels (1).
Example complaints
Other or unknown: “I'm writing to express my disappointment and frustration with my recent car purchase. The salesperson's failure to clearly explain the contract has left me with unexpected expenses and a higher payment than anticipated. Furthermore, the car's persistent malfunctions have caused me significant stress and anxiety. The manager told me he was not inclined to help me because he did not like my survey answers so he wouldn't help me like any other customer and I made sure he clarified this . …”
NHTSA complaint #11692615, filed 2025-10Electrical system: “Transmission was replaced but then completely shut down as I was making a right turn. Multiple indicators on dash went off and safety errors kept scrolling across dash. Vehicle then wouldn’t shift at all. TCM was replaced but vehicle has high RPMs at low speeds. Has been at the dealership now for over 90 days.”
NHTSA complaint #11744906, filed 2026-06Suspension: “I purchased this vehicle new from the dealer last year. The second time I went to them for an oil change the tires were worn out oddly and needed to be replaced. They said the car needed an alignment that I had to pay for. I purchased replacement tires from another shop and had the alignment paid for at another shop. The dealer refused any responsibility. This vehicle has not been in any accidents and miles driven are highway miles”
NHTSA complaint #11748421, filed 2026-07Engine: “Finally got car back from previous repairs and it was making a loud groaning noise all the time. Took it back to dealership and they said they had to repair the rack and pinion system and the gears were shredded. Employee says they now have another niro with the same problem as my original symptoms when transmission was replaced twice. Car has consistently had problems with the RPMs being incredibly high at low speeds but the dealership can’t seem to replicate the problem. Car randomly switched over to manual mode after a long drive. …”
NHTSA complaint #11752437, filed 2026-07Mileage when problems were reported
100% of the 1 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 35,000 and 35,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
This model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2025 Kia Niro. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Niro · SUV FWD | ★★★★☆ | 4 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 11.8% risk |
Driver aids listed by NHTSA for the 2025 model year: forward collision warning standard on some versions, lane departure warning standard, automatic emergency braking standard on some versions.
Neighbouring years: 2024: 5 stars overall; 2026: same overall rating. A redesign between years can change both the car and the test.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2025 Kia Niro version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving); for electric versions it is the cost of electricity and the rating is in MPGe; plug-in hybrid figures are for gasoline-only (hybrid mode) driving, so no annual cost is shown.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Niro Electric FWD | Electric | single-speed | 126 | 101 | 113 MPGe | $700 |
| Niro FWD | 1.6L 4-cyl · hybrid | 6-speed automatic | 53 | 45 | 49 | $1,350 |
| Niro FE FWD | 1.6L 4-cyl · hybrid | 6-speed automatic | 53 | 54 | 53 | $1,250 |
| Niro Plug-in Hybrid FWD | 1.6L 4-cyl · plug-in hybrid | 6-speed automatic | 49 | 47 | 48 gas only | — |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 25V024000Jan 17, 2025SeatsCovers: Kia Niro 2023–2025, Niro EV 2023–2025, Niro Phev 2023–2025
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Niro EV, Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV), and Hybrid vehicles. The floor wiring assembly beneath the front passenger seat may become damaged, which can prevent the front air bags and seat belts from deploying…
Recall details for the 2025 Kia Niro → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 12 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11036628Aug 28, 2026Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Electrical system. TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR – ELECTRICAL A/C COMPRESSOR - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a…
- 11036390Aug 19, 2026Electrical system. TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: AVN GEN 5.0 WIDE SOFTWARE UPDATE - This bulletin provides information on the Audio Video Navigation (AVN) system software update for certain vehicles equipped with AVN5W…
- 11033217May 28, 2026Electrical system. TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM SOFTWARE UPDATE USING UPDATE.KIA.COM - This bulletin provides information and service procedures for updating the infotainment systems on applicable…
- 11030345Mar 26, 2026Electrical system. TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: AVN5.0W DTC P17A000 DAIGNOSTIC PROCEDURE - This bulletin provides information regarding a potential illuminated Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) accompanied by DTC…
- 11026824Dec 23, 2025Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: INCORRECT AMOUNT OF AIR CONDITIONING REFRIGERANT (SC358) - This bulletin provides information regarding an incorrect amount of air conditioning refrigerant in certain…
- 11026697Dec 19, 2025Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION (SC358) - This document is the owner notification advising that Kia is conducting Voluntary Service Campaign on certain 2025 MY Niro, Niro Plug-in…
- 11026696Dec 17, 2025Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: QUESTION AND ANSWER (SC358) - This document is the Question and Answer guide containing the most frequently asked questions regarding the Voluntary Service Campaign SC358.
- 11026695Dec 17, 2025Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: DEALER PARTS AND SERVICE MANAGER MEMO - This document is the announcement to the dealer Parts and Service managers advising that Kia is conducting a Voluntary Service…
- 11026694Dec 17, 2025Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: DEALER PRINCIPAL MEMO () - This document is the announcement to the dealer principals advising that Kia is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign on certain 2025 MY…
- 11020866Jul 16, 2025Body and structure. TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: RIGHT FRONT BODY PANEL SEALANT APPLICATION (SA607) - This bulletin provides instructions to add body sealant to the right front panel seam area, which may…
Other model years of the Kia Niro
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 17 | 35,000 | 1 | 4 | 53 | — | Too new |
| 2024 | 10 | 75,000 | 1 | 5 | 53 | — | Too new |
| 2023 | 44 | 600 | 2 | 5 | 53 | 91 · More | Too new |
| 2022 | 31 | 75,000 | 1 | 4–5 | 49 | 38 · Typical | Rising |
| 2021 | 9 | — | 1 | 4 | 49 | — | Not enough data |
| 2020 | 39 | 60,000 | 1 | 4 | 49 | 35 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2019 | 56 | 35,000 | 1 | 4 | 49 | 39 · Typical | Rising |
| 2018 | 60 | 27,290 | 3 | — | 49 | 61 · Typical | Rising |
| 2017 | 82 | 50,500 | 4 | — | 49 | 58 · Typical | Rising |
All Kia Niro model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2025 Kia Niro have?
NHTSA recorded 17 consumer complaints for the 2025 Kia Niro as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2025 Kia Niro is reported most often?
Other or unknown is named most often, in 8 complaints (47% of the total), followed by electrical system with 3.
Has the 2025 Kia Niro been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How did the 2025 Kia Niro do in NHTSA crash tests?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings give the 2025 Kia Niro 4 out of 5 stars overall. Ratings from different model years are only comparable when the vehicle was not redesigned in between.
What gas mileage does the 2025 Kia Niro get?
The EPA rates the 2025 Kia Niro (Niro FE, 1.6L 4-cyl · hybrid) at 53 mpg combined, 53 city and 54 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $1,250 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2025 Kia Niro reported?
Among the 1 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 35,000 miles and the middle half falls between 35,000 and 35,000 miles; 100% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.